Material Properties
Low-Temperature Thermoplastic (PCL)
The Zhivon splint is made from low-temperature thermoplastic material. It softens when heated to approximately 70°C, allowing it to be molded directly to the patient's limb. As it cools, the material hardens into a rigid, stable support structure.
Property
Low Activation
Softens at ~70°C for safe, direct molding.
Property
Rigid After Cooling
Forms a stable support structure once set.
Property
Re-Moldable
Reheat to adjust the fit multiple times.
Key material characteristics
- Low-temperature activation for direct application
- Conforms precisely to individual anatomy
- Rigid and stable after cooling
- Re-moldable for adjustments over recovery
- Lightweight, low-profile construction